Crédits : Anne Tabourel / Lina Tchalabi. Translation: Jill Harry. Pictures: Valeria Maselli, Ed Wright, Ismael Kosht, Philip Andrukhovich, DR
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Coming from all over the world, representing different cultures and rich backgrounds, they all share one thing in common: their Club membership. Meet some of the CREM Members.
General Manager of ABTS Analysis Services. Born in Belgium, where the family business offered him a straightforward career path, Pieter nevertheless opted for a financial career in Luxembourg. There, and in Switzerland, he developed a Multi-Family Office focusing on analysis and consultancy. In 2011, he found refuge in Monaco: “A haven of peacefulness, hyper-welcoming and stimulating, ideal for business activities.” With his firm ABTS Analysis Services, he provides assistance and advice for managing a client's multiple interests, both private and professional: family governance, succession planning, and more. The goal is to guide, support, and help grow a business or assets while highlighting any potential pitfalls, all backed by specialist service providers: bankers, lawyers, consultants. “On my arrival in Monaco, CREM was my guiding light, my stop-off point before my family came to join me. I have always felt entirely at home here and appreciate the reciprocal nature of the exchanges. I organise events at the Club and have a fabulous memory of a skiing weekend.”
CEO and Owner of Romas Marine. Roland Brautigam has been navigating the maritime industry since 1991. Born in Germany, he grew up in the Netherlands until he was 14, then moved to Australia in 1999. Finally, he dropped anchor in Monaco in 2010, founding Romas Marine, which specialises in offshore construction and renewable energy. “You don't choose Monaco; Monaco chooses you,” he says, appreciating its quality of life, security, and education for his children. Roland is also passionate about Mercy Ships, an NGO operating the world’s largest non-governmental hospital ships. This year, their first Gala in Monaco raised €393,000 for humanitarian missions in Africa. Besides his work, Roland enjoys life in the Principality by sailing and frequenting the Monte-Carlo Bay Resort: “It’s like my second home.” His favourite restaurant? MayaBay. A CREM Member for the past two years, he values the weekly Lounge Bar for meeting other Members. “The Club atmosphere is fantastic,” he says with a smile.
Client Relations Resort Manager at the SBM. Born in Russia, Elena completed her studies in the USA and France before embarking on a 20-year career in luxury. Specialising in luxury jewellery and watchmaking, she contributed to the development of markets and brands all over the world: Bulgari in Shanghai, Piaget in New York and Moscow, Vacheron Constantin in Hong Kong… During the COVID pandemic, Elena chose Monaco as her home base. “Here I found perfect harmony between my love of travel, art, and theatre.” Joining the SBM allowed her to become involved in other aspects of luxury: hospitality, gastronomy, and real estate. She oversees client relations and handles protocols with resorts. For Elena, “CREM is the ideal place for forging links and connecting with Monaco's international community. Louisette Azzoaglio Levy-Soussan is fascinating and inspiring. The Club's dynamic team never ceases to amaze me, with constant captivating events, exclusive visits, and enriching discussions! Each moment spent with CREM is unique and memorable.”
Sculptor, painter, ceramist, and Vice-President of CREM. After an international career (Brussels, Paris, London, Chicago, Tokyo…) in the art world for Mrs. and finance for Mr., this Belgian-Polish couple settled in Monaco 12 years ago: “We came here for work, but the sun and light persuaded us to stay…!” Born in Poland, a sculptor, painter, and ceramist, Ania draws her inspiration and techniques from nature and her travels around Europe and Japan, where she exhibits her work. Her “wearable art” is exhibited at the Elisabetta Cipriani Gallery in London. She is also a Member of Monaco's International Association of Plastic Arts. After a career in investment banking and advising major companies, François is now an investor. A fan of sailing, he is a Member of the Monaco Yacht Club and helms Tuiga. He is also CREM's Vice-President. “The Club's team is fantastic, and the President is very creative. We are regularly discovering new places and enjoy meeting new residents!”
Owner-Operator & General Manager of Lorenza von Stein. Born near Munich, Angela enrolled at the Faculté de Lettres in Nice as a way of discovering the Côte d’Azur. Thanks to a childhood friend professionally based in Monaco, she decided to move to the Principality. 20 years ago, this native of Bavaria acquired her independent agency, Lorenza von Stein, which she now manages. By her side are her daughter, Annabelle, an unrivalled trilingual negotiator, graduate in finance and psychology, and her husband, Holger, a former fashion photographer who handles the agency's marketing strategies. Thanks to this great family partnership, a demanding international clientele of all generations can be satisfied by means of an attentive ear and personalised services. Vice-President of the German Club, Angela is also a Member of CREM: “The entire team is charming, the new director as adorable as his predecessor. We enjoy wonderful encounters in all fields. I have extraordinary memories of a trip to Courchevel with the Club.”
Sportive coach and financial expert. With a first name of Breton origin from her mother and an Italian surname from her father, Kristell Massiotta was, nevertheless, born in Nice. Aged 28, this young woman already has a fine career behind her and is now pursuing her two passions: finance and… kick-boxing! In fact, from age 11 to 25, Kristell competed in this discipline and was crowned World Champion in her category no less than four times. A top-level athlete, Kristell is also a finance expert, a field which brought her to Monaco in 2018 after graduating from EDHEC. She manages her professional life with real mastery: when not in the office, she is busy coaching. Mornings, evenings, and weekends, our kickboxer offers sessions for private individuals or groups and is also developing corporate offers. As a new CREM Member, Kristell appreciates the diversity of the activities offered and the team's amazing welcome. “A great place for meeting people, where I have discovered watercolour painting and give boxing demonstrations!”
Private Banker at BNP Paribas. Multiculturalism is an integral part of Charlie’s life. Born in the Parisian region, he is the product of Vietnamese origins from his father and American from his mother. After graduating from the Polytechnique in Switzerland and early work experience in finance in Luxembourg, he met his wife at the age of 21. Monegasque, she introduced him to the Principality. Following a spell at Harvard and seven years in Dubai, the couple settled in Monaco to raise their first child. “After coming to see my in-laws for years, I knew Monaco from the outside, but not from the inside.” Alongside his position at BNP Paribas, the banker pursued his integration process by joining several associations (Jeune Chambre Économique de Monaco, Yacht Club de Monaco, Rotary Club, Automobile Club de Monaco…). With his wife, Charlie even launched “Luxury Professional of Monaco” in early 2024: a B2B network dedicated to professionals in luxury wanting to help each other. “I am impressed by the quality and diversity of events offered by CREM, especially by such a small team!”
Commercial Manager for Editions V. Gadoury. Federico has had the pleasure of calling Monaco his home since 2009. His professional career began in Milan in the oil industry, but his passion for numismatics, passed on by his father, eventually drew him back to the family business. “I wanted to combine my business acumen with our deep-rooted passion for coins and history.” As Commercial Manager for Éditions V. Gadoury, Federico developed a website and an auction house that brings together numismatists from all over the globe to Monaco. Gadoury is a leader in numismatic scholarship, publishing the well-known “Red Book,” a biennial guide to modern French coins, as well as in-depth texts, including a recent collaboration with the French National Library. “CREM is a wonderful institution which embodies the diverse and cosmopolitan spirit of Monaco. You can learn about the Principality's rich history, engage with its vibrant present, and contribute to its dynamic future. CREM encapsulates what makes Monaco such a unique place to live.”
President of the Aleksandr Savchuk Cancer Charity. Arriving in Monaco in 2013, Taisiya Savchuk-Polishchuk created the Aleksandr Savchuk Foundation in 2014 as a tribute to her father, born into a family of teachers and researchers, who died of cancer. In his image, the association, recently renamed the Aleksandr Savchuk Cancer Charity, which she chairs, initiates projects in various fields, supporting cancer research, education, sport, science, biodiversity, and art. “Each person's energy allows us to make further progress in mobilising our efforts.” The Foundation participates in the "Biennale Monégasque de Cancérologie," partners with Monaco's Medical Centre and the Lenval Hospital, and offers humanitarian aid for Ukraine. It is also very active in the artistic world, with Art in Performance, a women's group committed to “repairing the world” through live performances, initiated with The Milky Way Project. “CREM enables us to organize charity events. The team is highly professional, with a very attentive ear. I love the soul of this very cosy Club…” confides Taisiya.
General Manager of Me-Connect. Italian and Bolivian by birth, Daniela arrived in Monaco with her husband in 2010. Since then, she has been deeply involved in association activities in support of the Latin American community. As co-founder during her chairmanship of AMLA – Association Monégasque pour l’Amérique Latine – and now as the head of Me-Connect, a Monegasque and international agency for cooperation, assistance, and development with a philanthropic goal. Me-Connect promotes Latin American culture, creates partnerships that support exchanges between Monaco and Latin American countries, and raises funds for children. In collaboration with AMADE – Association Mondiale des Amis de l’Enfance – and The Monegasque magazine, Me-Connect organizes the “Latin America Charity Ball” at the Yacht Club and the “No Finish Line” in Bolivia. Daniela was looking for a Club that was not simply social but offering real content. “CREM proposes a wide variety of content, on many themes!”
Hello Monaco magazine owners. After a career as a television journalist and then as marketing director for her husband's business in the United States, Olga moved to Monaco 12 years ago. Katya, her daughter, joined her two years ago and fell in love with the Principality and the Côte d'Azur. Together, they form a dynamic mother-daughter duo at the helm of Hello Monaco, a multimedia magazine featuring news, good addresses, and practical advice, including a website, a much-followed Instagram account, and a presence on TikTok. “We're living a daydream every day. Monaco has become our family's beloved home, and we relish the joy and beauty that surround us.” When they're not out in the field searching for news items, they relax at Monte-Carlo Beach, enjoy cultural events at the Grimaldi Forum, or dine at Gaia and Rampoldi for an exquisite culinary experience. Joining CREM in 2022 has been an enriching experience for them, especially during a charity auction organized thanks to the Club.
Business strategy consultant and diamond mine operator. Dr. Panagiotis Kyriazis wears many hats, but lecturing to university students is his most cherished role. “Interaction with my students keeps me young and exposes me to new ideas,” he says. His dynamic schedule, with barely 4 to 5 hours of sleep, reflects just how active he is on all fronts. Dr. Panagiotis Kyriazis, married and father of 12-year-old twins, has lived in Monaco for over 15 years, initially drawn by the unique car number plates he admired while studying in Thessaloniki. He often enjoys spending time at Port Hercule aboard the yachts of his clients and friends and loves to smoke a cigar at the Café de Paris after a busy day. An avid motorcyclist since the age of 20, he has toured the world and amassed a collection of motorbikes. For him, travel is enriching, bringing new friends and business opportunities. Despite his busy life, he always feels like he’s on vacation. A CREM Member for two years, he treasures the Club's warm ambience.
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